Parent Assistant Leaders (PALs) | Parent and Family Programs

The Parent Assistant Leaders (PALs) serve a key role in the facilitation of ongoing programmatic efforts by Parent and Family Programs and as a resource to the division of Student Engagement and Well-Being. This leadership position assists current and prospective parents and family members as they become part of the Yellow Jacket Family.

PALs receive opportunities to build their leadership skills, to work with other student leaders and professionals from across campus, to learn more about themselves personally and develop professionally, all while getting some great perks that come along with this unique job.

Meet the current PALs!

Goals

To communicate the mission of the Parent and Family Programs: parents and family members as partners in their student’s education
To inform parents and family members about academic requirements, policies, procedures, programs and services that Georgia Tech offers to students
To inform parents about the programs and services the Institute offers specifically for parents and families
To familiarize parents with appropriate faculty and staff from whom they may seek assistance
To give parents a taste of student life by providing opportunities
To promote and encourage use of additional programs and services offered by the Parent and Family Programs (i.e. Family Weekend, Sibs Day, and Grandparents and Friends Day).

Requirements

Currently enrolled Georgia Tech undergraduate student
Minimum of 12 credit hours completed by start of 2024 Spring semester
Good academic standing
Good judicial/conduct standing
Serve as an ambassador for Georgia Tech with the Parent and Family Programs and the Division of Student Engagement and Well-Being for specific Georgia Tech events throughout the academic year
Work at least 60 hours with Parent and Family Programs during the academic year specifically pertaining to Family Weekend, Sibs Day, Grandparents and Friends Day

Preferred Skills

Strong communication skills
Experience with public speaking
Previous experience working with teams
Able to speak a second language

Responsibilities

Serve as an ambassador for the Parent and Family Programs and a representative of Georgia Tech
Serve as a knowledgeable resource to parents and students
Participate in programs and events for parents, families, and students as needed by the Parent and Family Programs and the Division of Student Engagement and Well-Being
Staff other special programs hosted by the Parent and Family Programs, such as Family Weekend, Sibs Day, and Grandparents and Friends Day
Assist with campus wide events as needed, such as First Day of Class Pics and Commencement
Work an estimated 20 office hours in the Parent and Family Programs Office during the academic year
Other duties as assigned

Compensation

$11 per hour at all trainings/events. Meals while working are also included.

Hours

Average of 60 hours a year with the opportunity to work more.

Benefits

Gain valuable leadership, team-building, and organizational skills while giving back to the Institute
Represent Georgia Tech to thousands of parents and family members
Receive letters of recommendation for future opportunities

Application Timeline and Process

Recruitment for 2024-2025 PALs will begin in March 2024.

Georgia Tech is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Please email parents@gatech.edu if you have any questions.

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